Manila Bulletin
Japan donates equipment for PH oil spill clean-up
Japan has donated essential gear and equipment to the Philippines to aid in the ongoing cleanup of the oil spill in Oriental Mindoro.
The donation, facilitated by the Japan Disaster Relief (JDR) through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), includes items such as oil blotters, masks, gloves, boots, and protective workwear.
These supplies are intended to enhance the cleanup efforts and ensure the safety of individuals involved in the operation.
The equipment was officially turned over to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) District in Mindoro.
The JDR team, consisting of eight members, arrived in the Philippines last Friday to provide assistance with disaster surveys and guidance on controlling the oil leak from the sunken motor tanker Princess Empress.
The Princess Empress sank on February 28, carrying 800,000 liters of industrial fuel oil, though all 20 crew members were successfully rescued.
JICA stated that Japan's cooperation aims to accelerate the recovery of the marine environment and the affected coastal communities.
The oil spill has impacted nearly 100,000 residents in Oriental Mindoro.
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